Okene, Kogi State – The Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, His Royal Majesty, has assured full support for the implementation of the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project in Kogi State.
The traditional ruler gave the assurance when the AGILE team, led by its Project Coordinator, Bello Abdulhakeem, paid him an advocacy visit at his palace in Okene.
Describing the initiative as a transformative step towards improving access to quality education, especially for adolescent girls, the Ohinoyi highlighted its importance in empowering young girls in Ebiraland and Kogi State at large.
“The AGILE project is not just a policy; it is a vision for the future of our daughters and our land. Education remains the bedrock of development, and no society can truly advance if its girls are left behind. I urge our people to support this initiative fully,” he stated.
Commending the government’s commitment to addressing challenges hindering girls’ education, Mr. Ahmed-Anaje, a key stakeholder, emphasized the need for community participation to ensure the project’s success.
The Ohinoyi called on parents, community leaders, and stakeholders to embrace the initiative wholeheartedly, stressing that collective effort was essential to its success. He also pledged to mobilize other royal fathers across Ebiraland to promote the project’s objectives.
In response, AGILE Coordinator Abdulhakeem appreciated the traditional ruler’s endorsement, noting that traditional institutions play a vital role in community development.
“With your support, we can accelerate the implementation of AGILE and bring lasting change to the lives of young girls in Kogi,” Abdulhakeem said.
The AGILE project aims to remove barriers preventing adolescent girls, particularly in rural areas, from accessing and completing secondary education. It seeks to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for young girls to thrive academically and socially.
The visit marks a significant step in strengthening traditional and governmental partnerships to drive educational empowerment for girls in the state.